Safety Training Through Theatre

Occupli is pleased to feature Theatre at Work, an external specialist provider delivering interactive safety training through theatre across the UK and Ireland. Using professionally performed workplace scenarios inspired by real incidents, these sessions explore behaviour, communication, decision-making and workplace culture in a way traditional training often cannot.

Programmes are suitable for all levels of an organisation, from operational teams to senior leaders.

Submit an enquiry below to receive further information.

Who are Theatre at Work?

Theatre at Work delivers safety training through theatre using live, professionally performed workplace scenarios to spark meaningful discussion. Rather than relying solely on classroom-style presentations, they use realistic dramatisations based on true events to explore how everyday decisions and workplace pressures influence safety outcomes. Participants watch situations unfold and take part in structured, facilitated discussions that encourage honest reflection at every level of an organisation. Occupli features Theatre at Work as an external specialist provider whose approach complements wider health and safety strategies. Occupli does not deliver these programmes directly. Enquiries submitted through this page are received by Occupli and forwarded to Theatre at Work for direct follow-up.

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How Is This Different From Traditional Safety Training?

Most safety training focuses on procedures, policies and compliance. Theatre at Work focuses on behaviour.

Through structured dramatisation and facilitated discussion, participants see how everyday actions and decisions can influence safety outcomes. Watching realistic scenarios unfold creates space for open conversation about:

Leadership behaviour
Risk awareness
Communication breakdowns
Organisational culture
Personal accountability

It is an engaging and thought-provoking approach that encourages reflection long after the session ends.

What Types of Programmes Are Available?

Below is a selection of popular Theatre at Work programmes delivered across the UK and Ireland. This is not a full listing, as additional licensed and bespoke programmes may also be available.

Leadership & Culture

Trust – Safety Leadership
Tenerife 583 – Safe Leadership & Psychological Safety
Overloaded – Ownership of Safety

Operational & Frontline Safety

Final Push – Safety vs Programme of Work
The Third Degree – Awareness of Safety
Distraction – Driver Safety
Runway – Duty of Care & Process Safety
Fallout – Safety at Height
Safety in Mind – Hazard Awareness
Stay with me – Complacency & Accountability
On My Watch – Situational Awareness and the Role of the Spotter (Construction Operational Teams)

Each programme is inspired by real incidents and suitable for organisations across a range of sectors.

Who Are These Programmes Suitable For?

Programmes are suitable for:

Senior leaders and directors
Managers and supervisors
Operational and frontline teams
Cross-functional groups

They are delivered using established scripts based on real events. While scripts are not altered, facilitation and discussion can be adapted to suit the audience, sector and organisational context. Where a fully bespoke piece is required, Theatre at Work can develop a new script in consultation with the client.

Programmes are suitable across industries including construction, manufacturing, pharma, logistics, hospitality and more.

What Happens After I Submit an Enquiry?

Once you complete the enquiry form:

Occupli will receive your enquiry and forward it to Theatre at Work.
Theatre at Work will contact you directly to discuss your organisation, audience size, location and suitable programme options.
All programme delivery, contracting and logistics are managed directly by Theatre at Work.
This ensures you receive accurate information and direct communication from the programme provider.